The man without a face

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Peter Collins was a lawyer and journalist before beginning a political career in New South Wales. He has been a member of parliament for 17 years, with six portfolios under coalition governments. He became leader of the state Liberal Party in 1995 after the coalition fell. His candidacy for premier is threatened by a public perception that he lacks leadership qualities.

Political activity, Political aspects, New South Wales, Collins, Peter

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A friend and Joy

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The Heide Museum of Modern Art in Victoria, Australia, and the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra, Australia, are both staging exhibitions of the work of artist Joy Hester. She is now gradually being recognized as a key player in the 'Angry Decade' of Melbourne wartime painting. Particular attention is given to her friendship with Sunday Reed.

Hester, Joy

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New face of an old master: The National Gallery reassesses Renoir

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Renoir's wish to exhibit his portraits is fulfilled in the 61 portraits now on view at the National Gallery in Ottawa. The paintings show lively but honest in depth depictions of women, children and French bourgeois life. Some have dismissed his portrait work, but the gallery presents a rich new look.

Criticism and interpretation, Portrait painting, Renoir, Pierre-Auguste

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